THE DREADED "C" (CANCER)

This is a true story about a classmate and a good friend I lost due to cancer. Her optimism has really moved me .

All of thirteen years was she

Jovial and full glee

Academically sound 

All loved her profound

Until the dreaded “C” entered

And life was all in tatters

From books to injections

From the play ground to chemotherapy sessions

Long raven like tresses vanished

 Still optimistic was she under the hair extensions

Each time she was asked “how do you?”

She said “I am Thankful and hope you are too”

Never a nag

 Never a frown

Never did she let her hopes drown

One night she slept never to awaken

Her sanguinity while fighting with the ailment has left me shaken

May she rest in everlasting peace

Reviews

[Miranda Richard]

I had a similar case. My regards, and I am happy to have read such a lovely poem. You should check out mine labeled Cancer.

[DIVYA]

And may you be blessed for penning such a fantastic poem in her memory.

[Writer *78*]

very nice well penned may she rest in piece

[Frieda P]

Sent chills through my bones. Such a terrible disease especially for a child to bear.
Was a lovely tribute to her strength in the eyes of the monster. May she be at peace.

[Ambereen]

Amen . The poem is the least I could do for her, she however taught me a lesson for life .

[Frieda P]

Those lessons in which we learn the most are always the most difficult.

[Ambereen]

True .... Very True

[The Dreamer]

A sad yet inspiring story. it made me think about all the little things i worry and fret over. sometimes we forget how blessed we are........ but your friend is a wonderful person - being that optimistic with such an ailment is unthinkable - it was a very touching piece. may she REST IN PEACE.

[Ambereen]

Amen . I am glad her optimism has inspired you .